Lateral Loop

The lateral loop (lemniscus lateralis, pna, bna, jna; synonym auditory loop) is a pathway that transmits information from the nuclei of the auditory nerves to the auditory cortex of the brain.

The lateral loop begins in the pons, where the nuclei of the auditory nerves are located. From there, the fibers go to the auditory hills (colliculi inferiores) of the midbrain. The loop then turns into the brainstem and ascends to the auditory area of ​​the cerebral cortex.

Thus, the lateral lemniscus carries sound information from the ears to the brain, allowing us to hear and distinguish sounds. Damage to this pathway leads to hearing impairment.

The lateral loop (lat. lemniscus lateralis) is part of the auditory and vestibular pathways in the brain, passing through the medulla oblongata, pons, midbrain and cerebellum. It is one of two loops that make up the auditory system, along with the medial loop.

The lateral lemniscus is part of the auditory system and passes through the medulla oblongata, medial and cerebellar regions of the brain. It consists of nerve fibers that transmit information from auditory receptors located in the inner ear to the brain.

In the medulla oblongata, the lateral lemniscus connects to the medial lemniscus, which carries sound information from the midbrain to the cerebrum. In the midbrain, the lateral lemniscus relays auditory information to the cerebellum, where it is processed and controlled.

The functions of the lateral lemniscus include transmitting sound information from the inner ear to the brain, as well as controlling balance and motor coordination. Problems with the lateral lemniscus can lead to hearing loss, problems with balance and coordination, and other auditory processing problems.